It really would be better to visit this place very early in the morning before other tourists arrive. When I was there, it was getting crowded very quickly and made it difficult to take good pictures.

If you have read the book of Acts, you will know Ephesus played a key role in the spread of Christianity. The great apostles: John, Paul, Peter, Apollos, Timothy, etc all stayed here teaching and preaching. Lots to see in the ruins: theatre, library, shops, main street, etc. The riot that ended in the theatre comes alive when you walk... More

This was such a valuable and educational experience touring the ruins of Ephesus. I would highly recommend the tour company, About Ephesus. They did a fantastic job of guiding you through the ancient ruins of upper and lower Ephesus and pointing out the key areas of the Ephesus Theatre and the Library, the very place where St. Paul preached the... More

Well worth the 2 min jaunt up the steep and varied stairs. It's cool to have a friend stand at the top of the stands while you speak their name - they can hear you! Such a cool piece of history to witness.

the place where St Paul preached the gosple and trıed to convert the pagans to Chrıstıanıty. He wısely beat a hasty retreat when the Ephesıans bayed for hıs blood

Mind blowing that an amphitheater for 25,000 people could have been built in 300 BC! They give you plenty of space to climb around.

All a part of the City of Ephesus. This is the last major site before you leave the city and it is amazing. As you go throught the city you will see all of the major sites. The acoustics are wonderful and the theatre is in wonderful shape. It is definitely something to see. If you have any interest in... More

Amazing acoustics. People conversing in the stage area could be heard clearly to the top of the theater.

Its amazing how well preserved and intact the theatre is and you really can picture the Ephesians here being entertained everything here is so real that you dont have to try hard to use your imagination